Human Resources Generalist

Midland Care Connection, Inc.; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Midland Care Connection, Inc. is a not-for-profit, community-based organization dedicated to helping older adults and seriously ill individuals stay independent and supported at home.

The HR Generalist will coordinate onboarding, manage new hire paperwork, and partner with managers to ensure a smooth transition into the organization. The role supports recruitment, benefits administration, policy implementation, and performance management while helping maintain employment law compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years in HR, administrative support, or onboarding.
• Experience coordinating onboarding activities, new hire documentation, and orientation.
• Knowledge of HR policies, employment laws, and confidentiality requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with ability to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate onboarding from offer to orientation and ensure new hires have tools and support to start confidently.
• Manage new hire paperwork, employee records, and compliance requirements.
• Partner with hiring managers to facilitate smooth transitions and effective onboarding programs.
• Support recruitment processes, benefits administration, policy implementation, and employee relations.
• Assist training and performance management processes and ensure compliance with employment laws.
• Contribute to employee engagement initiatives and maintain accurate HR records.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Discretion and confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Midland Care Connection is a not-for-profit, community-based organization dedicated to helping older adults and seriously ill individuals stay independent and supported in their homes. Established in 1978, we offer a full continuum of care, including hospice, palliative care, home health, grief and loss counseling, and our signature PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program. Our mission centers on meeting individual needs through innovative care solutions, and we serve people across multiple counties in northeast Kansas.

Human Resources Generalist

The HR Generalist plays a vital role in creating a welcoming and successful onboarding experience for new employees. This position coordinates the onboarding process from offer acceptance through orientation, ensuring new team members have the tools, resources, and support they need to begin their careers with confidence. In addition to managing new hire paperwork, employee records, and compliance requirements, the HR Generalist partners with hiring managers to facilitate a smooth transition into the organization. The role also supports recruitment, employee benefits administration, policy implementation, employee relations, training, and performance management while helping maintain compliance with employment laws. By providing exceptional service and fostering meaningful connections from day one, the HR Generalist helps build an engaged workforce and a positive employee experience at Midland Care Connection.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in human resources, administrative support, or employee onboarding
• Experience coordinating onboarding activities, new hire documentation, and orientation processes
• Knowledge of HR policies, employment laws, and confidentiality requirements
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HR information systems (HRIS)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions based on available information
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• 2 years of HR Generalist experience, preferably in healthcare, hospice, home care, or a nonprofit environment
• Experience with benefits administration and employee relations
• Familiarity with compliance requirements related to healthcare employment
• Experience developing or improving onboarding programs and employee engagement initiatives
• Training or facilitation experience, including conducting orientation or new employee education sessions

Midland Care Connection is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.